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    DCC friendly turnouts

    I have 13 turnouts so far on the first leg of a mid sized layout. I do have trains running and I have already replaced three (3) ATLAS TO's in a 6 month period. I am taking the blame so-far but also looking at pecos. As far as the problems with all turnouts, that is correct! Out of the same...
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    time to do some switching

    Great Pics! Nothing better than catching one by suprise. Russell,
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    Don't laugh too hard...It's my first attempt!

    Steve, Just look out for the men-in-black. Seriously, watch out for them! :rolleyes: :rolleyes: :rolleyes: Because, only an alien can be so good at so many things!!! :D :D :D I'm out of praise and applause. Its time to just sit back and watch your next masterpiece unfold! :eek: :rolleyes...
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    Don't laugh too hard...It's my first attempt!

    You certainly have become a superstar! :thumb: :D :D :thumb: I don't know why this thread is sooooo boring...:sleeping: :rolleyes: :sleeping: NOT! bounce7 bounce7 Happy Anniversary and keep it going! train97 train97 train97 train97 Russell,
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    layout progress

    Nice, :thumb: What type of glue and paint do you use on such a project? Russell,
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    Buzzzzing

    I have all functions working on the Bachman and other than being very loud it runs pretty good. But hey, are not trains loud in their natural state? I haven't run it for more than a few minutes at a time but noticed no heat up. How long do you run the enigines before you notice the heat? And...
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    progress on my layout

    Viperman, One word...STYROFOAM! Is there anything you can't do with it? :thumb: :thumb: :thumb: Half of my layout room is stacked with it and I want more! :D :rolleyes: :D I have made some nice rock outcroppings by stacking 2,3,4, pieces and then forming with the electric wire cutter. A little...
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    Buzzzzing

    Alright, The Bachman runs and there is finally some life on the layout! :rolleyes: You would think this would be cause for celebration. :rolleyes: Well, yes and no. The lights do not work and I now know just how much work I have to do before I start running the big guys and have a smooth...
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    Don't laugh too hard...It's my first attempt!

    Thanks Lynnn you just saved my sanity. Well kinda. sign1 sign1 sign1 I thought I was the only one when driving down the road will stop and gawk or take the old cell cam out and have people look at me as if I am NUTS! (they may be right) :D :D :D Weaving and dodging while looking at various...
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    Name that Layout

    Yea, I like that alot! :thumb: :D :thumb: Will be looking forward to more pix. With this layout you could use hundreds of different names. I'll be back tomorrow!:wave:
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    Name that Layout

    Shadow, Do you have a diagram for the layout? Looks like you have your work cut-out! :D The helix is going to look great and....... I sure am glad your doing it! :D Combat, I didn't even know there were pix on the web of it. Rock Springs as I say is a tiny little place surrounded by...
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    Name that Layout

    Prunes? :confused: I never thought of that Shadow! If I can ever get the camera from the kid I'll post somes pix of it. Its not really purple. Its more like, say, Light purple. :rolleyes: Their is a name for it but me and names don't go together so good. :oops: I wasn't really suggesting a...
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    Name that Layout

    Yup, right with ya! I'm modeling an old farming town with a new twist. Bio-Fuel processing plant ,food proceesing and general industry. The farming towns of the upper midwest have suffered over the years but new technology could give them another chance! ADM, Cargil, ect.......... Great Bay &...
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    Name that Layout

    BRILLIANT!! :cool: I also like the accessories you have for the scene. I am going present day and its hard to find anything that fits post 1950's thats worth a look. I am glad I asked about those lights. Do you think for outside security lights the LED's would be better? I guess I will try it...
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    Name that Layout

    Thanks Shadow! I need all the help I can get. I pre-ordered this building and thought it was a build-up! :rolleyes: :rolleyes: :rolleyes: Oh well, looks like a weekend project for sure. Are those just standard led's handing by their wires? Its kinda hard to tell. They look great!:thumb...
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    Name that Layout

    No, I meant the pix of your work. I know what the box looks like I have it. :) The lighting you are using is a good mix. It reminds me of the plant I worked in as a younger man. Don't get me wrong, the pic on the box is great too! :D :D :D I really want to see the locos and strobes going when...
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    Name that Layout

    Combat that engine house is just great.:thumb: :thumb: Mine's still in the box and will be until I get the place ready on the layout to put it. I think the lights make the scene. Take long to build? :) Much trouble lining up those rail supports? :rolleyes: You don't have to tell me, I can...
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    Don't laugh too hard...It's my first attempt!

    I'm not ashamed to say I have a bucket under my chin! sign1 :wave:sign1 With what he is doing on his first try (at least thats what he sez!) he deserves all the accolades posted! It is getting a little steamy in here though...........
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    Buzzzzing

    Superkala......... HUH? :D This is why I picked the prodigy system. It may not be the elite of the dcc world but is very, very expandable. With the quick upgrade to the advanced control and multiple cabs I felt at the price it was the best choice. I know I will get the hang of this and...
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    Buzzzzing

    Holy Moley I feel much better now. :confused: I can't wait to get this thing just to give an opinion. :D I do feel a bit of rivalry in the dcc world. fence1 Deano, I have a program track setup but, you and the guys at the train shop both program on the mainline. Why have a program track...
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